What is ADOS ?
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Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule
ADOS set of tests, structured and semi-structured, which is about 30 to 60 Minutes is all it takes. During this time, experimenter a series of positions to check the communication and social relations related to the diagnosis of autism provides.
each sample with one of the 4 methods below will be checked. Choose the appropriate method based on the developmental and language level of the person. The only group that can't be tested here. Teen, Teen and adult nonverbal.
ADOS should not be used for formal diagnosis with people who are blind, deaf, or seriously impaired sensory or motor (e.g., disorders such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy). should not be used.
Method 1: for children who can't speak, or sentences short.
Method 2: people who can such Express, but not speak.
Method 3: larger samples that speak fluent
method 4: for, and, that the soul can speak.
since which in methods 1 and 2., the sample must be in the room., motor ability in them is essential.
examples of modules 1 or 2, response to name, Social smile, or the bubble game. Module 3 or 4, the game involves mutual communication and show empathy or express thoughts about the feelings of others.